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What to Watch After What We Do in the Shadows
From Mock‑Docs to Magic: Four Fresh Takes on Vampire Comedy
If you love the dead‑pan, mock‑documentary antics of What We Do in the Shadows, you’ll want to dive into a quartet of shows that each capture a different flavor of the supernatural comedy feast. Fresh Blood, Fresh Laughs (Jentry Chau vs the Underworld) brings a brand‑new, animated spin with a teenage heroine battling literal demons, while Were‑Love and Dark Humor (Wolf Like Me) serves up a bittersweet, were‑wolf‑laden romance that balances laughs with heart. Gothic Coming‑of‑Age (Vampires) drapes the vampire myth on a moody Parisian backdrop, and Epic Vampire Dynasty (The Originals) delivers the grand, family‑centric saga that fans of the original series adore.
Together, these titles illustrate how the vampire and broader supernatural genre can be reshaped: from fresh, youthful animation to emotionally resonant drama, from gothic introspection to sprawling mythic battles. Whether you crave the latest teen‑driven adventure, a fan‑favorite blend of humor and horror, a darker, character‑driven story, or an epic saga that never disappoints, this curated set proves there’s a perfect match for every shade of the night‑time comedy you love.
Why these shows are similar to What We Do in the Shadows
A documentary-style look into the daily (or rather, nightly) lives of a group of vampires in Staten Island who have “lived” together for hundreds and hundreds of years.
These recommendations branch out from What We Do in the Shadows with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
Jentry Chau vs the Underworld
TV • 2024
animation • action_adventure • sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
This 2024 animated series blends supernatural horror with sharp comedy, offering a modern, teen‑centric twist on vampire lore that will delight fans of the mock‑documentary style of What We Do in the Shadows.
Overview
As her 16th birthday approaches, a not-so-average teen rediscovers the fiery powers she's long suppressed and is forced to face her demons — literally.
Wolf Like Me
TV • 2022
comedy • sci_fi_fantasy • drama
Why Watch Next
Wolf Like Me pairs a bittersweet family drama with a hilariously spooky premise, echoing the show's mix of comedy and supernatural chaos while delivering an audience‑favorite emotional punch.
Overview
Gary is an emotional wreck and struggles to provide for his daughter since the death of his wife. Mary has a secret she can't bring herself to share with anyone. The universe brought these two together for a reason.
Vampires
TV • 2020
sci_fi_fantasy • drama
Why Watch Next
Vampires offers a brooding, atmospheric take on teenage vampirism in Paris, matching the core vampire theme of the reference title but with a more dramatic, moody flavor that resonated strongly with viewers.
Overview
A Paris teen who's half human, half vampire grapples with her emerging powers and family turmoil as she's pursued by a secret vampire community.
The Originals
TV • 2013
sci_fi_fantasy • drama • mystery
Why Watch Next
The Originals expands the vampire mythos into an expansive family saga, delivering the same blend of humor, fantasy, and intrigue that makes What We Do in the Shadows a cult favorite, and it’s a safe bet for any fan.
Overview
The Vampire Diaries spin-off that follows the Mikaelsons, a family of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires who want to reclaim the city they built, New Orleans, and dominate all those who have wronged them.
More shows and movies featuring actors from What We Do in the Shadows
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to What We Do in the Shadows.
Year of the Rabbit
TV • 2019
Why It’s Relevant
This critically acclaimed Victorian‑era spoof blends dark humor with supernatural‑flavored crime, echoing the dead‑pan, genre‑bending tone of What We Do in the Shadows.
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace
TV • 2004
Why It’s Relevant
A hilariously self‑aware horror parody that mirrors the mock‑documentary style and supernatural comedy of the reference title.
Krapopolis
TV • 2023
Why It’s Relevant
An animated fantasy comedy set among gods and monsters, offering a similarly absurd, myth‑rich world that fans of the vampire mockumentary will enjoy.
The IT Crowd
TV • 2006
Why It’s Relevant
A beloved workplace sitcom with sharp, off‑beat humor, providing a comedic flavor that complements the reference’s witty tone while showcasing the actor’s range.